What are Medial Branch Blocks? Medial branch blocks (MBBs) are a type of interventional therapy used to treat chronic pain in the back, neck, and other areas of the body. They target the medial branches of spinal nerves that transmit pain signals from the facet joints in the spine. These tiny nerves are responsible for [...]
Do you suffer from chronic pain that isn’t getting better? Have traditional treatments like medications and physical therapy not been working for you? If so, it may be time to consider radiofrequency ablation as a viable treatment option. Radiofrequency ablation (or RFA) is a minimally invasive procedure used to reduce pain in both the short- [...]
Are you struggling with chronic pain that isn’t responding to traditional methods of treatment? If so, trigger point injections may be the answer. Targeted healing is a hot new trend in pain management and millions of people are turning to trigger point injections as an effective way to find relief [...]
Back pain can be caused by a variety of factors, one of which is a problem with the spinal discs. The spinal discs are the cushions between the vertebrae in your spine. They act as shock absorbers and help with movement. However, sometimes these discs can become damaged, leading to herniated or bulging discs. While [...]
Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) is an innovative technology that addresses some of the most difficult pain problems experienced. How Does it Work? Spinal cord stimulation provides pain relief by using an implanted device that transmits mild electrical impulses to the spinal cord. The stimulation interrupts the feeling of pain, substituting a more pleasing sensation called [...]
The spine has an important job. It is the protector of the spinal cord which is the central nerve highway of the body. Damage to the spinal cord can result in many devastating conditions, including paralysis and death. Keeping the spine strong and healthy is not a difficult task. Here are some tips for maintaining [...]
Yoga has profound mental and physical health benefits. It is a practice that focuses on breathing, practicing mindfulness, and gentle stretching as it leads the body through various poses. In a 2017 study, the benefits of yoga in the management of chronic low back pain was highlighted: It reduces low back pain It reduces the [...]
Most people spend the majority of their day sitting down, whether it's at a desk in an office, on a couch at home or in a seat at school. This prolonged sitting can wreak havoc on your spine and posture, leading to back pain and other health problems. But did you know that there are [...]
An epidural injection is typically associated with childbirth, but it has plenty of other uses as well. Commonwealth Spine & Pain Specialists offers epidural injections as a form of pain management to patients with ongoing pain or inflammation. Read on to learn more! What is an Epidural Injection? An Epidural Steroid Injection is a non-surgical [...]
Facet Joint Syndrome causes pain in the lower back, thighs, buttocks, or neck. When it affects the neck, it may trigger headaches or difficulty when attempting to move the head. Some sufferers feel they must rotate the entire body to simply look right or left. Stiffness and pain from facet joint syndrome may create problems [...]
